2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2.

Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota MR2 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Toyota Chrysler
Model MR2 Town & Country
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 76 L


 

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